The Tecra R10 of Toshiba is said to be focused on its power than its build. But as I see it, it has both.

First, its build is a simple, yet striking, one. It has a slim figure that is designed for portability and to give comfort among its users. With a dimension of 13.3 x 9.9×1.1 inches and weighing at 4.3 pounds, these numbers are not bad when you consider carrying it around. Its body is built with strong materials to survive sudden impacts and anticipated short bumps while on travel. The outer layer is built with a combined plastic and aluminum while its base supports is made of metal. But, just like other business laptops, its toughness has its limits. It’s not a good substitute for baseball bats for one.

This business notebook is armed with silver coating including the key caps. But its keyboard layout is a little bit different because the shortcut keys are relocated to the left and could cause confusions especially to the speedy typists. On the other hand, the touchpad is quite well. But because of its small size and deep mouse buttons, some might prefer using an external mouse.

Above the keyboard is a 14.1-inch screen with LED-backlit display and a 1280×800-pixel resolution. Though this screen displays a fair view, a slight problem occurs when you start to view it from different angles vertically.

The connections of Tecra R10 is fairly enough from average to extreme users. On the left corner we can find the VGA, security lock slot, USB/eSATA port, microphone jack and the headphone jack. While on the opposite side, we can see the optical drive, ExpressCard slot, wireless switch, USB 2.0 port, Ethernet, and power jack. In front we have the lone SD card reader and at the back, you can see nothing.

The battery life of a notebook depends on the intensity of the usage. But this business laptop displays an endurance surpassing other laptops with the same battery cells. However, if you are doing many things at the same time, like listening to music while writing something and researching on the web while video chatting on your hot girlfriend can drain the battery after 3 hours. But if it is used in a normal mode, then it sure can last long.

This business notebook comes with an Intel Core 2 Duo P9300 processor. It also has an nVidia Quadro NVS 150M video card which contributes to the good display. And with a 2GB of DDR3 RAM, it sure is fast.

The Toshiba’s Tecra R10 has an excellent configuration and has an undeniable strong performance along with its striking frame and excellent portability. With a few setbacks like the unstable battery life and a deep-set mouse buttons, it’s a fair business laptop with a starting price of $1,399.00.

Technical Specifications:

· Processor: Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor SP9300

· Operating System: Windows Vista® Business 32/64-bit, SP1 with downgrade media for Windows® XP Professional

· Memory Size: 2GB

· Memory Speed: PC2-6400 DDR2 800MHz SDRAM

· Display Size: 14.1″ widescreen

· Display Type: WXGA+ TFT LED Backlit

· Display Resolution: 1440×900

· Graphics Engine: Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD

· Graphics Memory: 128MB-820MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory

· Hard Drive Size: 160GB

· Hard Drive Speed: 5400rpm

· Optical Drives: DVD-SuperMulti drive (+/-R double layer) supporting up to 11 fomats

· Wireless LAN: Intel® Wi-Fi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/g/n)

· Bluetooth: Bluetooth® V2.1 + EDR

· Webcam: Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel

· Inputs and Controls: 85 key US keyboard, Toshiba Assist Button, Windows Mobility Center Button

· Security and Protoection:Finger Print Reader, Multiple-Level Password Utilities, Reinforced Security Cable Lock Slot

· LAN: Intel® 82567LM Gigabit Network Connection

· Audio: Standard stereo speakers, Built-in microphone, Microphone jack (mono), Headphone jack (stereo)

· AC Adapter: 75W (15V 5.0A) Auto-sensing, 100-240V / 50-60Hz input

· Battery: Li-Ion (5100mAh)

· Battery Life: Up to 5.48 hours

· PC Express Slot: 1-ExpressCard™ Slot

· Media Card Reader: Secure Digital (SDHC) slot

· USB Ports: 2-USB (2.0), 1-eSATA/USB (2.0) combo port with Sleep and Charge

· Docking Connector: Docking Connector

· Software: Infineon® TPM Software Professional Package, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 day trial), AuthenTec EntréPad® TrueSuite® technology, Google Picasa™, TOSHIBA ConfigFree, Microsoft® Office Ready with Microsoft Office Professional 2007 (60-day trial), Trusted Platform Module (TPM v1.2), TOSHIBA DVD Player, TOSHIBA Speech System

· Weight: Starting at 4.45 lbs.

· Color: Aluminum Silver

· Standards: Energy Star 4.0 Compliant, EPEAT™ Gold, RoHS Compliant

· Standard Limited Warranty: 3-Yr Standard Limited Warranty, (1-Year on Battery)

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If you want a laptop that is somewhat customized for an average business use, Toshiba’s Satellite Pro U400 is a good option.

From the cover down to the bottom, it is durable and elegant at the same time. It has a plastic material coated in silver and black and has a scratch-free finishing. With the weight of 4.63lbs, you can’t have a problem carrying this fair-sized business laptop.

Its size is just ultimately perfect if you value portability that much. Its 13.3-inch screen can give you a well-detailed image at any angles except that a minor wash-off of sharpness and glow can be experienced when tilted downwards. The U400 has a 1280×800 standard resolution that can display a blazing color contrasts.

The functionality of the keyboard of U400 is well and good for its 12.4 inches x 8.86 inches x 1.57 inches (315 x 225 x 40mm) size. It is as if there were minimal adjustments to the keyboards thus making it more comfortable to punch in the keys compared to other small business laptops. The touchpad that comes beneath the keyboard is doing as good as well. The sensitivity is there. The essential mouse buttons are placed well. Everything seems to be doing fine with respect to the key engagements.

With its ports and jacks, as expected with this size of notebook, is but in a regular basis. The left side of the laptop is composed of VGA, 2 USB ports, FireWire, ExpressCard, headphone and microphone jacks. While on the right side, there’s an optical drive, another USB port, modem, LAN, and a Kensington Lock Slot. At the front, we can see the card reader, volume control knob, and the wireless switch. And at the back, it’s empty.

Now, about the U400’s battery life, this is where this notebook falls to its competitors. The life it can sustain can only be at around 3 hours. Not bad though for average office worker. But it could have been better if can stay a little bit longer.

However, in terms of reliability and performance, as we have mentioned above, it is a good option for average users. It has a 2GB of RAM that clocks in 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 processor. This business notebook can let you access without worrying about speed. And if you engage in multitasking, I think this 2GB of RAM is good enough for your multiple window banging. Plus, the 200GB hard disk can make you store a lot of digital pieces.

Meanwhile, we’ll take a look at the weaker side of this strong business notebook.

The audio performance is not good. Although we are expected to give an average rate for every audio quality a laptop can give, but the U400 seems to have lesser value. A headphone can always be helpful to this side of thing.

Anyway, all of the above features are packed under the price of $1,049.00. Fair enough or too expensive?

Technical Specifications:

· Processor: Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P8400

· Operating System: Windows Vista® Business (32-bit) with downgrade media for Windows® XP Professional

· Memory Size: 2GB

· Memory Speed: PC6400 DDR2 800MHz SDRAM

· Display Size: 13.3″ widescreen

· Display Type: WXGA with TruBrite® Technology

· Display Resolution: 1280×800

· Graphics Engine: Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD

· Graphics Memory: 128MB-828MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory

· Hard Drive Size: 160GB

· Hard Drive Speed: 5400rpm

· Secondary Hard Drive Size: None Available

· Optical Drives: DVD-SuperMulti drive (+/-R double layer) supporting up to 11 fomats

· Wireless LAN: Intel® Wi-Fi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/g/n)

· Bluetooth: Bluetooth® V2.1 + EDR

· Webcam: Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel

· Inputs and Controls: 85 key US keyboard, TouchPad™ pointing device

· Modem: Modem

· LAN: 10/100 Ethernet LAN

· Audio: Standard stereo speakers, Headphone jack (stereo), Microphone jack (mono)

· AC Adapter: 75W (19V 3.95A) Auto-sensing, 100-240V / 50-60Hz input

· Battery: Li-Ion (4800mAh)

· PC Express Slot: 1-ExpressCard™ Slot

· Media Card Reader: Bridge Media Adapter

· USB Ports: 2-USB (2.0) with Sleep and Charge, 1-eSATA/USB (2.0) combo port with Sleep and Charge

· iLINK: i.LINK™ IEEE-1394

· Software: TOSHIBA ConfigFree®, Norton 360™ All-In-One Security (60-day Trial), Google Picasa™, TOSHIBA DVD Player, TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator, TOSHIBA Speech System, TOSHIBA Disc Creator, Microsoft® Office Ready with Microsoft Office Professional 2007 (60-day trial)

· Weight: Starting at 4.5 lbs.

· Color: Titanium Silver

· Standards: RoHS Compliant

· Standard Limited Warranty: 1-Yr Parts and Labor, 1-Year Battery

Other than its functionality, what Toshiba business laptops make an ideal notebook are its price tags. Toshiba’s practical and portable laptops for business professionals are cheaper compared to its major opponents.

Toshiba has put extraordinary features to its business notebooks. They have installed face recognition software using the built-in webcam as its interface. Battery life also has expanded. And even graphics is now more enjoyable.

Like any other brands, Toshiba also has a top-of-the-line models intended for specific business treatments.

For businesses that requires notebook that are always on the move, Toshiba bets its name on the Satellite series. It is cheap but powerful, small but functional. With screen size options between 15.4 inches and 17 inches, you can choose to suit your comfort needs. And at a price ranging from $400 to not more than $650, you can shop further for accessories and so on.

If you want a business laptop with versatility and is suitable for everyday use, you can choose from the Satellite Pro editions. Aside from its exceptional performance, it offers a 2-year warranty among its buyers. It is most likely an indirect way of showing people how tough these laptops are built. With choices of screen sizes from 13.3 inches to 17 inches, it can show you a better quality picture of what you are in to. When it comes to connectivity, accessing networks for communications and other business purposes, Satellite Pro has included a docking system to provide ease in finding connections.

If you classify yourself as the busiest person alive, then Toshiba’s Tecra line of laptops is your match. It enables you to function in a multitasking mode, it has built-in management features, and it has enhanced power and performance for business professionals to boost productivity and profit. Moreover, this kind of computer can’t overwork. In fact, it is its specialty.

Toshiba also has a super-sleek design that rivals the most fashionable laptops in town. It has thin designs and lightweight features that can surely beat the trendy-but-empty designs from other companies. And more, it’s an earth-friendly thing. It has also security features not only for your databases but for your health – it is through their PC health monitor. Fingerprint reader is an added feature for security reasons, too.

Toshiba indeed has a lot to offer. Doing business with Toshiba business laptops will make your life easier. The only hard part is making your choice from their notebooks.

Nowadays, everyone is eyeing for gadgets that are practical – it may be for work or for personal use. But when it comes to laptops, the primary concern of a potential user is its performance, durability, and portability. Whatever their needs that does not belong to any of the categories that are mentioned earlier, then they are searching for an add-on features.

When it comes to business professionals, their primary concerns go with the adaptability of the laptop. As much as possible, businessmen want to have a laptop which does not only allow them to make technical documents but also enables them to provide quality business presentations. And about add-on features, corporate folks also want to engage in high-tech, inexpensive video conferences. These virtual meetings are very common on huge companies that have different geographical bases around the globe. And running these establishments without being there physically saves a lot of time, money, and effort.

Now, as business laptops are meant for corporate people, this has to be basically portable. As mentioned a while ago, it is one of the primary concerns of a possible consumer. Although there are laptops with sizes like 17 inches or more, the ideal notebooks for business professionals would be 15 inches or less, depending on your comfort zone. If you think you’re old enough to acquire the smallest screen size, yet not rich enough to buy the most expensive one, there are a lot of business laptops available that is cheaper compared to other laptops within size range.

Weight does go along with the size usually. That is, the bigger the size, the heavier the weight. But it doesn’t really follow. All you need is just the right weight for you to gain access and save strength for the rest of the day’s work. A 2.2-lbs notebook is ideal for a business laptop. But a little bit heavier will do.

In business, functionality is very important. If you have the brains but none of those could function well, then you’re nothing. It’ll be the same with our laptops. All laptops have brains but the speed and stability is relative to its hardware components. This is the part where you have to take a glimpse on. If you are into graphics and image processing or photography and videography, then you need to have a faster and heavy-running processor. But if you’re a writer, I don’t think you need to maximize your video card to cater an intense gaming task. But, nonetheless, everything is not exclusive for anything. It doesn’t matter if you don’t play games on your laptop and you want the latest video card. If you are comfortable using higher specs than your basic requirement, so be it. As long as it doesn’t compromise your business function and productivity.